Art in Crisis: 'Ten kot został narysowany w czasie wojny' Exhibition at Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle

This exhibition explores art created in the context of war, questioning the effectiveness and role of art during crises. It delves into themes of conflict, death, identity, and decolonization, drawing from experiences of World War II, the war in former Yugoslavia, and the ongoing war in Ukraine.

The exhibition 'Ten kot został narysowany w czasie wojny' (This Cat Was Drawn During the War) probes the complex relationship between art and conflict. It challenges the viewer to consider art's function and efficacy during times of total crisis, moving beyond simplistic notions of creation to engage with the profound impact of war on human experience and artistic output. The exhibition revisits the lasting imagery of World War II, the Yugoslav Wars, and particularly the current war against Ukraine. It poses critical questions about how war influences our sensitivity and how documentation of atrocities coexists with popular culture and AI-generated imagery. The curatorial approach seeks to understand what art can offer in times of crisis, how it engages with public debates on issues such as European identity and decolonization, and whether it can help us envision alternative realities beyond dominant narratives. The title itself plays with perception, referencing Kateryna Libkind's statement that war provides an indelible frame for any situation and questioning the very notion of artistic creation during conflict.

The exhibition takes place within the Centre for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle. Specific ticketing information for this exhibition is not provided on the page; visitors should consult general museum admission policies or plan their visit accordingly. The opening hours are Tuesday to Sunday, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with extended hours until 8:00 PM on Thursdays.